SANTA MONICA, Calif. –

TrueCar has partnered with Hearst Autos to launch a new vehicle buying service through the latter's Car and Driver website.

Visitors to CarandDriver.com looking for research, reviews, road tests and more will now have access to TrueCar’s new vehicle pricing information and nationwide network of more than 12,000 certified dealers.

Car and Driver consumers can access the car buying service through multiple entry points on CarandDriver.com, including the make and model, review and article pages. They can also access the service directly by going to carbuying.caranddriver.com from any device.

“Car and Driver is an integral part of the car shopping process. In-market shoppers and enthusiasts already turn to us for in-depth reviews and long-standing expertise,” said Hearst Autos president Nick Matarazzo.

“Now they can complete their shopping process by having the ability to access fair, transparent pricing and TrueCar’s Certified Dealer Network. With this new car buying service, we’re closing the loop. Shoppers will now have the final tool they need to purchase a vehicle.”

“More than 12 million monthly visitors trust the Car and Driver brand for its expert reviews, vehicle test drives and advice,” said Bernie Brenner, TrueCar’s chief strategy officer. “Providing this in-market audience of car shoppers with the means to connect with our comprehensive new car pricing data and network of TrueCar Certified Dealers is a natural fit.”